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Corereference Collections Are the Small Number Of DOCUMENT RESUME ED 377 844 IR 055 271 AUTHOR Nichols, Margaret Irby TITLE Selecting and Using a Core-Reference Collection. Second Edition. INSTITUTION Texas State Library, Austin. Dept. of Library Development. PUB DATE 93 NOTE 78p. PUB TYPE Guides Non-Classroom Use (055) Reference Materials General (130) EDRS PRICE MF01/PC04 Plus Postage. DESCRIPTORS *Library Acquisition; Library Collection Development; *Library Material Selection; Purchasing; *Reference Materials; *Selection Tools; User Needs (Information) IDENTIFIERS 'Core Collections ABSTRACT Corereference collections are the small number of sources whichmeet the basic needs of all libraries, and the purpose of this guideis to assist libraries in the selection, acquisition, and use of these resources. Section I,structured like an annotated bibliography, focuses on the selection of those works which should constitute the main reference holdings in a small library, or a ready-reference collection in a larger library. Sources aredivided into the following classifications: general works, biography, religion, language, literature, visual and performing arts, history, statistics, political science and law, geography, education and careers, business, home life and social customs,sports and recreation, and science and technology. Authority, accuracy, currency, and convenience of arrangement arethe .criteria used to choose reference works for inclusion, and because some areexpensive, cost is also considered. Section TI is designed to helpsmall libraries in the acquisition process. Some works are recommended to be purchased on a regular basis--annually, biennially, or every2 to 5 years. The remaining titles are arranged into five groupsaccording to estimated reference value in descending order ofimportance. Section III, containing nine exercises on using basic types of resources such as almanacs, encyclopedias, anddictionaries, is intended to improve search skills and demonstrate the special value of certain reference works. (MAS) Reproductions supplied by EDRS are the best that can be made from the original document. U S OLPANTNENT OF EDUCATION Orke of Educalanal ResearCh and Improvement EOUCA rIONAL RESOURCES INFORMATION CENTER (ERIC/ is document vas been rePrOduCed as eceved Iron the Person or Orbanaation ongrnahno C Minot changes have beer made to improve reproduction QuahtY Rooms of view or op.mons dated tntrus 60Cu. meal oo not necessanly represent Oft 's! OERI position or pohCy rt "PERMISSION TO REPRODUCE THIS MATERIAL HAS BEEN GRANTED BY Jeannette Larsen TO THE EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES INFORMATION CENTER (ERIC)" al101 a ''''.-01-4111111111111 wows vu. $ itwesis..IILA.A. SELECTING AND USING A CORE-REFERENCE COLLECTION Second Edition by Margaret Irby Nichols Texas State Library Austin, Texas 1993 Nichols, Margaret Irby Selecting and using a core-reference collection / by Margaret Irby Nichols. -- 2nd ed. --Austin, Tex. : Texas State Library, 1993. v, 67 p. 28 cm. Includes indexes. 1. Reference books--Bibliography. 2. Reference books--Problems, exercises, etc.I. Texas State Library. II.Title. 011.02 N517s 1993 4 0 Margaret Irby Nichols TABLE OF CONTENTS Preface iv Section 1: Sources A. General Works 1 Almanacs 1 Directories 2 Encyclopedias 2 Periodical Indexes 4 B. Biography 5 C. Religion 7 Mythology and Folklore 8 D. Language 9 Unabridged Dictionaries 9 Desk Dictionaries 9 Synonyms 10 Slang 11 Language Usage 11 Style Manuals 11 E. Literature 13 Biographical Sources . 14 Quotations 15 F. Visual and Performing Arts. 17 Fine Arts 17 Decorative Arts. 17 Music 17 Theater 18 Film, Video, and Television 19 History 20 World 20 United States 20 Texas . 21 H. Statistics 22 J. Political Science and Law 23 Nations of the World 23 United States 23 Texas 24 Law 25 Parliamentary Procedure 26 K. Geography 27 Gazetteers 27 Atlases 27 L. Education and Careers 29 M. Business 31 N. Home Life and Social Customs 33 Anniversaries and Holidays 33 Consumer Information 33 Cooking 34 Etiquette 34 Gardening 34 Home Maintenance 34 P. Sports and Recreation 36 Q. Science and Technology 37 Health and Medicine 37 Automotive Repair 38 Section 11: Priority Rating of Sources R. Purchase Plan 44 Introduction 44 Sources in Order of Estimated Reference Value 46 Section 111: Reference Book Exercises 45 Introduction.. S Almanacs 47 ii T. Periodical Indexes 49 U. Biography 50 V. Encyclopedias 52 W. Statistical Sources 54 X. Atlases 55 Y. Dictionaries 56 Z. Quotation Sources 58 AA. General 59 Title Index 60 Subject Index 66 iii PREFACE This guide represents an extensive revision of the first edition, compiled for the Texas State Library in 1986, and distributed to libraries throughout the state. The purpose remains the same: to assist libraries in the selection, acquisition, and use of acore-reference collection. A "core-reference collection" is identified here as a small number of sources which will meetthe basic needs of libraries of all sizes. Large libraries will, of course, supplement this core with additional materials, selected to meet the needs of their patrons. Because of limited funding, small libraries must choose only the most essential reference works. In one of the 10 Texas library systems, one-fourth (22 of 86) serve a population of less than 5,000, andreceive an average of $2,911 locally for collection development ($270 to $7,516 range), supplemented by an averageof $3,500 from the System. If 10 to 15 percent of the overall average collection development money is spent on reference material, only $640 to $960 per year is available. This guide is designed specifically to help these small libraries select a reference collection which will meet their most essential needs. Section I focuses on the selection of those works which should constitute the main reference holdings in a small library or a ready-reference collection in a larger library. The second edition is more:extensive than the first--105 annotated sources, compared to 76 in the original work. In addition, there are more frequent notes (68 compared to 25) citing another 75 reference titles (50 in the first edition), which may be substituted for those recommended in the text or be purchased in addition to them. An attempt was made to provide a balanced collection covering the most basic subject areas. The "core-reference collection" includes sources such as indexes to periodicals and encyclopedias which either identify or contain information on current issues (AIDS, the environment, the crisis in the American educational system, alcoholism, etc.) and on popular topics such as health, pregnancy and child care, and literary criticism. Somebasic works covering specialized areas are included in this listing, but all needs cannot be met even in the smallest library by these basic sources. All libraries have individual needs which may differ fromthose of their neighbors of comparable size. Reference Books for Small and Medium-Sized Libraries, 2nd edition, by Margaret Irby Nichols, also published and distributed by the Texas State Library, is designed to meet more extensive needs. When the small library requires additional or specialized sources,the selector should turn to the more extensive guide for suggestions. 9 iv The reference works chosen for inclusion in this guide are those which meet the usual selection criteria: authority, accuracy, currency, and convenience of arrangement. Although many items are expensive, cost also was a consideration in making recommendations. In the chapter on literature, for example, the ongoing Gale collections of literary criticism or the Scribner's sets on authors are not included, since their cost would be prohibitive for small libraries. The Wilson Author Series is included because it contains both biographical and critical material and is far less costly. Because of cost of equipment and the products themselves, CD-ROM products are not listed. There is information about these works and many CD-ROM products in Guide to Reference Books for Small and Medium-Sized Libraries. Section II of the guide is designed to help small libraries in the acquisition process. Some works should be bought on a regular basis--annually, !.-ic..nnially, or every two to five years (Groups Al- A4). Other titles are divided into five groups ((Jroups Bl-B5) in order of estimated reference value. The 22 titles in Group Bl are recommended as first purchases, followed by those in each of the remaining groups, Group B2 before Group B3, etc. Section III, which contains nine exercises on using basic types of sources--almanacs, encyclopedias, dictionaries, etc.--is intended for library workers who are new to reference work or those with experience who wish to review using the basic types of reference books. Each exercise begins with a brief discussion of the type of reference source, followed by a number of reference questions similar to those asked in libraries. The aim of the exercises is to improve search skills and to demonstrate the special value of certain reference works. A title and subject index conclude the guide. Denton, Texas Margaret Irby Nichols May 1, 1993 4 V SECTION I: SOURCES A. GENERAL WORKS Almanacs Al. Information Please Almanac. Houghton Mifflin, 1947 to date. Annual. 1993 ed., $15.45; $7.70pa. This annual duplicates much of the data contained in World Almanac (A3), but the differences justify its purchase Chronologies, directory information, statistics, and maps receive considerable attention. Recent special features include a job outlook to 2005, an environmental quality index, a statistical profile of the United States, and discussions of travel scams and mutual fund basics. .A2. Texas Algyanac: State Industrial Guide. Dallas Morning News, 1857 to date. Biennial.1992/93 ed., $15.75; $10.95pa. ISBN 0 -91451 1 -14 -9; 0-914511-15-7pa. Well established as an essential reference book in area libraries, this almanac provides detailed coverage of Texas government, economic and social statistics, and historical information. Major sections include: an outline of Texas history; a listing of Texas counties and towns with basic directory and statistical data; a listing of boards and commissions, with addresses and key personnel; information about state government, finance, agriculture, and many other topics.
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